Non-conforming Building Products

Posted by NSW Finance, Services & Innovation
on 17 July 2017

Building work in Australia must conform and comply with the National Construction Code (NCC), relevant technical standards, and local laws. This ensures our buildings are safe, healthy and durable which means we all can have confidence in their performance.

The products and materials you choose and how they are used must also be 'fit for purpose'.

In recent years, concerns have been raised about the risks of using substandard ('non conforming') building products or materials, or using them incorrectly ('non-complying'). Use of these products can cause significant costs - from repairing and replacing products, to risks to safety, or even building failure.